Midhurst Rother College fundraiser raises nearly £2,000.

Year 13 student Ben Sullivan organised a lunchtime 'Brave the Shave' event at Midhurst Rother College where pupils and a teacher had their heads shaved to raise £1,975.33 for Midhurst Palliative Care.

Midhurst Rother College held a lunchtime 'Brave the Shave' fundraiser organised by Year 13 student Ben Sullivan. Pupils and staff gathered as volunteers had their heads shaved to show solidarity with families affected by life‑limiting illness. The event raised money for Midhurst Palliative Care, which funds the independent Midhurst Macmillan Service. The school reported a total of £1,975.33 raised, including Gift Aid. Key details: - The event was organised by Year 13 student Ben Sullivan. - Volunteers who had their heads shaved included students Nick, Leo, Gus, Lucas and Barney, and Mr Lamb, Head of Year 7. - A raffle gave Year 8 pupil Seb the chance to shave Mr Lamb's head in front of classmates. - Proceeds support Midhurst Palliative Care and the consultant‑led Midhurst Macmillan Service serving Midhurst and surrounding areas in West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. - The 'Brave the Shave' act was presented as a symbolic gesture reflecting hair loss many experience during cancer treatment. - The total raised was £1,975.33, inclusive of Gift Aid. Summary: The funds will support the specialist palliative care team that offers consultant‑led care and home support across Midhurst and nearby areas. The event provided a visible way for students and staff to show solidarity with local families. Undetermined at this time.